half empty vyvanse capsules?

[carriec174]

Hi all, today I obtained a new script for 20mg of Vyvanse (a switch from Adderall XR). I got it filled at CVS, and having read accounts of tampering, I checked out the capsules and noticed their contents are low, and significantly varied. Most of the capsules are only HALF full, and none of them are entirely full. I'll also note that I picked the script up myself, and kept them in a secure place until I opened them. I assumed they wouldn't be vacuum packed but the amount free space looks strikingly redundant. I tried calling both the pharmacy and Shire, only to get the runaround. CVS said that the pills are delivered pre-assembled, and Shire gave a lecture about "natural settling" and FDA enforced measurement uniformity. My instincts tell me that somebody opened the capsules, took half of the drugs out, and will dispense or use them at their hearts dictates--scot-free. Because who's to say I didn't alter them myself? After all, it's a "controlled substance" user's word against a drug company and or giant pharmacy chain. Anyone take these? Is it normal for the caps to be half full? I hope I'm wrong on this one.

[Nicolenicky]

Please reply to me with you follow up method

[Nicolenicky]

I am very happy to see that there are others discussing the matter of half-full capsules.  
This was the case with my son's script.  I discovered this today!!  I will continue my investigation.  Has anyone had any success resolving this matter?

[NanaNette]

Let's talk to a lawyer about this matter it's not right, I have had the same problem

[jkbk60]

I only received 30 of my 60 count pills for vyvanse from CVS in cedar hill texas, talking to the manager tomorrow about it.  Pharmacist was no help today.

[Hulahut11]

Been using Kroger in Texas

[Hulahut11]

I have noticed the same thing.  My exhusband use to steal my meds, so I know how full the capsules should be. Also, I take 1/2 a capsule twice a day- so, opening capsule is something I do daily.  I have definitely noticed a decrease in powder.  Thought it was odd for about 2 weeks... Thought perhaps the babysitter or something got to my meds.  Decided to google this to see if anyone else was experiencing this, and sure enough, I am not alone. I have never worked in a pharmacy so I am not sure how easy it is to steal meds. At $50/ month and the fact that this is a controlled substance, a criminal investigation is warranted.  

[bradvyvanse30]

I also take half doses to save money. I have noticed that the 30mg capsules contain varying amounts of powder in each prescription. I have weighed them and they average around 22mg! This has been like this for a couple of years. I think the manufacture is cutting corners or has defective filling verification equipment/standards.

[letty5purple]

Feel free to contact me anyone if you have experienced this!

[Cburds63]

This just happened to my son yesterday    he hasn't been getting the same feeling he should when taking the Vyvanse   he told me yesterday when he picked up his new prescription they did not weigh correctly.  So where is this medicine going???   I am pissed   Walgreens shows it was filled on the 26th but he wasn't allowed  to pick up until yesterday.  Who do we take this to?

[Sandman2]

One of the advantageous of Vyvanse for many people is that it is a much smoother medicine in its onset.   After a while, many people do get used to it and sometimes feel like its not working.  Of course, a poor nights sleep will do or give the same feeling.   Make sure he has  a good high protein breakfast as that can make a huge difference.  And talk to his teachers to see if they have noticed a difference.   The Vyvanse not lasting as long would be a good indication that something is amiss with the amount.   Probably, the pharmacist at Walgreens would be  a starting point if teachers and you feel the med is not lasting as long as it should.